The Flamingo Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near SAP Center at San Jose

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Exterior
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1084 The Alameda, San Jose, CA, 95126
  • SAP Center at San Jose
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Adobe Corporate Headquarters
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Jose

Located in St. Leo's within a short walk of SAP Center at San Jose, The Flamingo Motel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as San Jose Convention Center. This 23-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • SAP Center at San Jose - 12 min walk
  • San Jose Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • PayPal Park - 4 min drive
  • CSU San Jose State University - 5 min drive
  • Santana Row Shopping Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Diridon Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • San Jose Diridon Station - 13 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Luna Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪J Lohr Vineyards & Wines - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crema Coffee Roasting - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Flamingo Motel

Motel with free parking, near SAP Center at San Jose
The Flamingo Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Flamingo Motel San Jose
Flamingo San Jose
The Flamingo Motel Motel
The Flamingo Motel San Jose
The Flamingo Motel Motel San Jose

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Flamingo Motel?

The Flamingo Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Flamingo Motel?

As of Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Flamingo Motel on Mar 4, 2025 start from $112.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Flamingo Motel?

This motel is situated in St. Leo's within a short 12-minute walk of SAP Center at San Jose and also 17 minutes on foot from Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum. You'll also find PayPal Park and Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Flamingo Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Flamingo Motel include a casino?

No, The Flamingo Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Flamingo Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at The Flamingo Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Flamingo Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Flamingo Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Flamingo Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Flamingo Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Flamingo Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Flamingo Motel?

The closest major airport to The Flamingo Motel is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 4.4 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 25.6 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Flamingo Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Flamingo Motel.

The Flamingo Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 822 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is quiet & clean. Great location with many restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front office were wonderful. Very responsive and helpful to any questions or concerns. I can't say enough. The location has three great coffee houses directly across the street, two of them nationally known. All are within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value. Downtown. Walking distance to restaurants and SAP center!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan and Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay!
The Flamingo hotel has good parking, and our room was very clean. Even the bedspreads seemed freshly washed. Walking distance to many eateries and coffee shops. No complaints. The owners were exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at the Flamingo many times on visits to San Jose. This is a hidden gem. The Flamingo is a clean, safe, and no frills motel with a staff who cares for your comfort while offering affordable lodging in an expensive area. The Flamingo motel is an excellent value fat an affordable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
It looks run down on the outside, not a great neighborhood BUT they have done a nice job with fixing things up inside. It was comfortable, the bedding what very nice a good quality. Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.. did exactly what they were supposed to ..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valliappan, Tempe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really like the ambiance, cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

ward

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the SAP center
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap motel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erica

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish the reviews I’d read before booking were more honest. I ended up cancelling 4 hours after arriving at the property, and having to lose the cost of 2 nights just to get out, and scrambling to find another hotel for the night. The location itself has a funky smell, and is falling apart. Everything from the bedding to the towels is subpar. Initially I thought that was fine, for the low cost, but the icing on the cake was that the toilet didn’t flush. Staff was friendly trying to fix it but it just didn’t work and they couldn’t move me to any other room with functional plumbing. Their online policy only states one night fee for last minute cancellations (even including cancellation due to their own plumbing issues) but they actually charge for 2 nights- beware. Also, if you don’t know San Jose, this is an area prone to high cockroach infestations. They’re just there, not much can be done about them. I was really careful to keep my food/belongings sealed up so I didn’t get any hitchhikers. I come to San Jose a lot for work and will absolutely be avoiding this hotel. On the positive side, the location is good for walking downtown or to the local restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rm 108
Office man did not give "jacket or sleeve" to access card. During checkout office man unavailable. But I had a restful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Carmel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Third time staying at this hotel. Stay went very well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHUNG CHING

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pete

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Charged double
Its was okay ,definatly worth the price point ,but i was charged twice for my room ,still waiting for a refu d
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect if you're going to anything at the SAP center
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024